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11 Master's degrees in Social Work in New Zealand

Human Services (Thesis)
Work with people and make a positive impact with the Human Services (Thesis) course from University of Canterbury.
Social Work
Learn advanced approaches and interventions in social work practice and examine current research in social work with this Social Work from University of Auckland.
Applied Practice (Social Practice)
Applied Practice (Social Practice) at Manukau Institute of Technology suite is designed to help social workers, counsellors, and community development practitioners advance their skills in a variety of social practice situations.
Social Work
Learn advanced approaches and interventions in social work practice. Develop your knowledge, skills and experience in critiquing and undertaking social work research to enhance your practice with this Master of Social Work from University of Auckland.
Social Work
The Master of Social Work (MSW) programme at the University of Otago is designed for students who already hold a bachelor's degree to attain a qualification that will allow them to become professional social workers. It is also suitable for mid-career social workers who are looking for a recognised professional qualification in social work.
Social and Community Leadership
Create positive change by developing innovative solutions that are sustained by robust leadership knowledge and powerful evaluations. Contribute to knowledge and practice that can advance social and community change in a complex world with this Master of Social and Community Leadership from University of Auckland.
Disability and Inclusion Studies
In the Disability and Inclusion Studies course at University of Waikato, disability and inclusion is studied through research and practice in education, human rights law and the social sciences.
Social Work
The Social Work programme at the University of Otago is a four-year, full-time degree designed to promote social justice and human rights. Students gain essential intervention skills and ethical grounding through a blend of academic study and practical fieldwork, preparing them for professional registration in New Zealand.

Social Work (Applied)
The Social Work (Applied) course from University of Canterbury offers the opportunity for students with an approved social science degree to complete a recognised professional qualification over two years.
Social Work (Professional)
Build on your existing qualification in a related field and prepare yourself for a career as a practising social worker with this Master of Social Work (Professional) from University of Auckland.

Health Practice - Mental Health and Addictions
Through the Health Practice - Mental Health and Addictions course from Auckland University of Technology you'll explore a range of evidence and theories related to mental health and addictions recovery and rehabilitation.